Monday, February 28, 2011

Dallas, TX electronic deathcore act, THE BROWNING have launched a pre-production teaser to give fans a taste of what to expect on their soon-to-be-recorded full length debut coming out later this year through EARACHE RECORDS. Fans that liked the 2 digital EP's released on iTunes will certainly be awaiting the new album with bated breath. For a more in depth explanation of what to expect from the forthcoming record, frontman, Jonny McBee has chimed in with the details:

"With this album people can expect it to be heavier, catchier, more aggressive, more electronic and all around way more mature! We have taken what we do to the next level. This album will show people the possibilities of electronics in metal. We feel like we have taken it to level that has not yet been reached."

Dallas, TX electronic deathcore act, THE BROWNING have launched a pre-production teaser to give fans a taste of what to expect on their soon-to-be-recorded full length debut coming out later this year through EARACHE RECORDS. Fans that liked the 2 digital EP's released on iTunes will certainly be awaiting the new album with bated breath. For a more in depth explanation of what to expect from the forthcoming record, frontman, Jonny McBee has chimed in with the details:

"With this album people can expect it to be heavier, catchier, more aggressive, more electronic and all around way more mature! We have taken what we do to the next level. This album will show people the possibilities of electronics in metal. We feel like we have taken it to level that has not yet been reached."

MANIACAL MISCREATION is due to be released on April 11th in Europe and June 7th in North America. CEREBRAL BORE recently filmed a new music video for the title-track of the new album. View some photos from the video shoot at http://j.mp/exd546

Thursday, February 24, 2011

The Canadian blackened doom merchants, WOODS OF YPRES have lined up a North American tour in support of the EARACHE reissue of the their acclaimed 2009 effort, WOODS IV: THE GREEN ALBUM. This will be WOODS OF YPRES' first full-on tour since mainman David Gold got back from a teaching stint in Kuwait.

Back on the road where he belongs, David checked in to say a few words about his anticipation for the tour

"It's perfect! W4: The Green Album was always intended to be a "spring" album centred around themes of rain, renewal, reinvention and recycling of the soul and here we are at the dirty end of winter 2011, having The Green Album re-released on Earache Records and touring the east coast in the very green and hopeful but yet typically still cold and cloudy month of March. It'll include a special green beer St. Patrick's Day show in Worcester and a long awaited return to celtic-flavoured Eastern Canada! So pack a cheap umbrella of which you can plan to get drunk and forget at the venue because us bad-luck-fucks are bringing our no-leaf-clover doom and gloom to your town this March with the black cloud-still-a-followin' over our heads. Even though we've got nothin' left to lose and no other purpose left in life but to exhibit our cathartic recklessness for your entertainment.

We knew what love was and now, we also know how to be cruel. A WOODS OF YPRES show is a heavy, heaving slab of both. It's poison-medicine for both hardworking modern minds who've just given up on their dreams and fellow bleeding fucking hearts who no longer give a shit. Anyways, the timing of The Green Album re-release and The Green Album tour may be the first thing in the history of this band that has ever gone right...so we're very excited and surprised about the coincidence, because that's all is really is. Bring your merch money for a "Wet Leather" t-shirt and a Green Album double-vinyl. See you in March! Come drink beers, hear the band's music and watch watch us personally destroy what's left of ourselves!"

WOODS OF YPRES, has released a brand new music video for the song "I Was Buried In Mount Pleasant Cemetery." Richly colored and drenched with scenes of mourning, regret and memories of better times, the video perfectly primes fans for the March 22 reissue of WOODS IV: THE GREEN ALBUM, as well as the impending release of WOODS V later this year.

Irish thrashers GAMA BOMB have confirmed dates for a UK tour, which kicks off on May 8th in London.

The band are due to do a last run of shows in support of their latest album, TALES FROM THE GRAVE IN SPACE, before taking a break to work on new material.

GAMA BOMB frontman PHILLY BYRNE comments:

"We'll be hitting the UK for a string of dates in May which will wrap up our touring for the Tales from the Grave in Space album. Once we've struck the last chord of this tour, we'll be retreating to Ireland to begin really digging into work on writing our new, as-yet untitled album. We've already written some bits and pieces and are looking forward to taking it to some demented new places, and are certain it's going to be a radical step in a new direction for us - while still being totally thrash, totally blistering and totally GAMA BOMB.

"The last year has been amazing, making a bit of music history; touring the US for the first time; drinking many exotic drinks... This experience has given us a taste for adventure that's going to come across on our new material. Before then, however, we invite all UK GAMA BOMB fans to join us in raising a glass to send off Tales in style."

OL DRAKE, lead guitarist for British thrashers EVILE, is featured as a guest musician on the new album from German thrash legends DESTRUCTION.

OL DRAKE had previously filled in for DESTRUCTION guitarist MIKE SIFRINGER in 2009 at Portugal's Caos Emergente festival, after SIFRINGER broke a finger on his left hand. DRAKE was asked to join the German thrashers in the studio to play some solos and harmonies on the new DESTRUCTION release, titled DAY OF RECKONING.

OL DRAKE comments:

"Just got a package through the mail from sir Schmier, which contained the newest Destruction album, "Day of Reckoning". I had the huge honour of doing a few guest solos and harmonies on the album, as well as on their awesome cover of Dio's "Stand Up and Shout" (which is one of my favourite Dio tracks!). To fly over there, do some recording, backing vocals and hang out with Mike and Schmier again was an experience I'll never forget.

"Being a big Destruction fan, I can't put into words how unbelievable it is, and was, to be a part of the album. Also, with being a Destruction fan, I can safely say this is one of the best albums they've done in a long time (no, not because I'm on it... Well, a little haha). Our old bassist, Mike, was a huge Destruction fan, so I really hope he'd be proud. I remember when I told him I'd be standing in on guitar for Destruction's Mike at a show in Portugal; he simply called me a "bastard". I think he was more excited than I was haha. Long live Destruction!"

EVILE's thrash metal anthem, "Thrasher", is available now on the Rock Band Network, along with every song from the band's latest album, INFECTED NATIONS. Get the tracks now by heading to EVILE's official Rock Band Network page at http://www.rockband.com/songs/artists/Evile

Wednesday, February 23, 2011

Canadian heavy metal heroes CAULDRON will once again be hard at work bringing their timeless metal sound straight into the hearts of the fans as they join HOLY GRAIL for a North American tour this spring.

CAULDRON will be supporting HOLY GRAIL on all US dates, but due to the overwhelming demand of their longtime Canadian fans, the band will co-headline each date in their homeland and play a longer set each night in the great white north.

Here are the dates:

Apr 15 Los Angeles, CA - Viper Room

Apr 16 Oakland, CA - Oakland Metro Opera House

Apr 17 Portland, OR - Dante's

Apr 18 Seattle, WA - El Corazon Lounge

Apr 19 Vancouver, BC - Media Club

Apr 21 Calgary, AB - Republik

Apr 22 Edmonton, AB - Brixx Bar & Grill

Apr 25 Winnipeg, MB - Royal Albert

Apr 26 Thunder Bay, ON - Crocks

Apr 28 Toronto, ON - Wreck Room

Apr 29 Quebec City, QC - l'Agitée

Apr 30 Montreal, QC - Il Motore

May 01 Boston, MA - Great Scott

May 02 Hartford, CT - Webster Underground

May 03 Philadelphia, PA - Trocadero

May 04 New York, NY - Union Pool

May 05 Washington, DC - Red Palace

May 06 Columbus, OH - The Summit

May 07 Chicago, IL - Subterranean

May 08 Minneapolis, MN - Triple Rock Social Club

May 09 Kansas City, MO - The Riot Room

May 10 Denver, CO - Three Kings Tavern

May 11 Salt Lake City, UT - Club Vegas

May 12 Phoenix, AZ - Nile Theatre

Fans take note. There are only a few shows left in CAULDRON's current Canadian tour. Here are the remaining dates:

Feb. 24 - Quebec, QC - Scanner Club

Feb. 25 - Moncton, NB - The Manhattan

Feb. 26 - Dartmouth, NS - CD Heaven (early in-store show)

Feb. 26 - Halifax, NS - Gus' Pub

Feb. 28 - Fredericton, NB - The Capital

CAULDRON's new album, BURNING FORTUNE is out now. Order the album with special CAULDRON merch packs at http://earache.com/uswebstore/index.php/cPath/667_668_700

CAULDRON's newly released album, BURNING FORTUNE is currently the number 1 most added album on the CMJ Loud Rock charts. Keep the momentum going and request the infectious track, "Miss You To Death" from your local radio station today.

Canadian heavy metal heroes CAULDRON are the latest Earache group to storm into the world of Rock Band with a brand new track, "All Or Nothing", which is available to download now for Xbox 360. Purchase it now from the official page on the Rock Band Network: http://www.rockband.com/songs/UGC_5005338

Scottish death metallers CEREBRAL BORE have finished shooting a new music video for the title-track of their debut album, MANIACAL MISCREATION.

CEREBRAL BORE filmed the video for "Maniacal Miscreation" at Upwood Military Base in Peterborough, UK. The video was shot with director PHIL BERRIDGE, who also filmed the band's first video for the track "The Bald Cadaver".

CEREBRAL BORE were recently confirmed for this year's Neurotic Deathfest, which takes place on April 29th and 30th in Tilburg, Netherlands. The band have previously performed at the festival, as well as such other notable death metal festivals as Obscene Extreme in the Czech Republic and the Central Illinois Metalfest in the USA, and have also played in countries as diverse as Israel, Russia and more.

Tuesday, February 22, 2011

Scottish death metallers, CEREBRAL BORE have released a brand new tour documentary exclusively on Metal Injection. Shot in 2010 over the course of a brief trek to Israel, CEREBRAL BORE have perfectly captured the spirit of their trip in this fascinating video. Through a mix of performance footage and clips of the band's adventures throughout the holy land, fans can experience a trip like none other through the eyes of a band like none other.

CEREBRAL BORE will tour North America this spring. Dates/venues will be announced soon. CEREBRAL BORE formed in 2006 in Glasgow, Scotland and have toured relentlessly around the globe, building up a formidable reputation in the process. The band is comprised of frontwoman SOM PLUIJMERS, guitarist PAUL MCGUIRE, bassist KYLE RUTHERFORD and drummer ALLAN MCDIBET.

The band's debut album, MANIACAL MISCREATION, is due to be released on Earache Records on June 7th.

Monday, February 21, 2011

ERAS, a limited edition, value-packed set featuring three CDs from Norwegian goth-rocker MORTIIS, is out now in Europe.

Available for the price of just one regular CD, ERAS brings together three of MORTIIS' early releases, offering a total of 20 tracks across three discs and almost 3 hours total running time. The three CDs each feature full liner notes and are housed together in a limited edition bookshelf box.

MORTIIS is currently on tour in Europe and to celebrate, every MORTIIS album is currently on sale on iTunes until the end of the tour on March 12th. Make the most of these incredible MORTIIS bargains now on iTunes at http://j.mp/fFlbgC

Catch MORTIIS live on tour in Europe at the following remaining shows:

A new, limited edition 3-CD set from British grindcore pioneers NAPALM DEATH is out now in Europe for the price of just one regular CD.

This limited edition set features three long-out-of-print releases from the legendary NAPALM DEATH catalogue, offering 43 tracks across three discs and a total running time of almost 2.5 hours. The CDs are all housed together in a limited edition bookcase box.

Friday, February 18, 2011

British thrashers EVILE are currently being honoured as February's "Artist of the Month" on the Rock Band Network - the online home of the multi-million selling hit video game Rock Band.

The band's lead guitarist, OL DRAKE, was also the latest artist to be spotlighted in the Xbox LIVE "Game with Fame" program, challenging fans from all over the world to jump on Rock Band 3 and tear through the latest tracks with him online.

OL DRAKE comments:

"Last night I sat down on my Xbox to play 3 hours of Rock Band 3 with fans of Evile and the game alike. I had an awesome time chatting to people and rocking out to songs on the game. The main songs I seemed to be playing were "Thrasher" by Evile (argh, my wrist), "Caught in a Mosh" by Anthrax, "Crazy Train" by Ozzy, "Ride the Lightning" by Metallica and more. Many people were playing on Expert, which was amazing to see (when I had time to glance over to the other side of the screen), as I can only play on Hard. I found myself saying "wow, you're a bit good at this" more than a few times.

"I want to say sorry to the people I wasn't able to get around to playing; there's only so many game invites I can accept/give out within 3 hours and 100+ people trying to play. But I also want to say thank you to all the people I did get to play. Thank you for being so cool with me and making it a fun experience. Cheers to Microsoft and Harmonix!"

You can get EVILE's anthemic track, "Thrasher", along with all of the songs from the band's latest album, INFECTED NATIONS, by heading to EVILE's official page on the Rock Band Network at http://www.rockband.com/songs/artists/Evile

British crossover thrashers SSS are returning to the studio to finish recording their forthcoming new album, titled PROBLEMS TO THE ANSWER.

SSS started work on the new album shortly before Christmas and have now returned from a break to wrap up what will be the band's third full-length release.

SSS have posted the following update:

"We're back! Had to knock things on the head for a bit, but we've opened up shop again. Finishing the lyrics to the last few songs then next week we record some vocals with a special guest star! We finish recording the LP on March 1st/2nd, then mix for four days from the 4th March, then we're DONE! Release date to be confirmed, but we're looking at June/July. Looking forward to getting out again and touring. If you want us to play in your town, let us know."

PROBLEMS TO THE ANSWER is being recorded at Whitewood Studios in the band's hometown of Liverpool and is being produced by ROB WHITELEY and SSS bassist MARK MAGILL.

Thursday, February 17, 2011

MUNICIPAL WASTE will be taking part in this year's annual Scion Rock Fest, Saturday March 5th in Pomona, CA. The Waste will be a headliner at the Glass House show which also features veteran bands DEATH ANGEL, IMMOLATION, ATHIEST, BONDED BY BLOOD and more. Frontman, Tony Foresta has written up a brief update about the eagerly awaited Scion Fest and other things going on in the world of MUNICIPAL WASTE:

"We've been taking a break from touring since our last run through Europe in December. We feel its much deserved after many years of relentless touring and gigging all over the place. Now were just hanging around with our friends and families jamming with our other bands and writing new Waste songs. We're in the early stages of writing a new album about 5 songs deep and are planning to play very few gigs this year.

The stuff we do have scheduled is pretty exciting --the Scion Fest in California with Morbid Angel, Bastard Noise, Death Angel and Integrity as well as many others is one of those gigs. I'm pretty stoked about all the bands especially Integrity. I used to be scared of that Dwid guy when I was younger Haha. Morbid Angel is great too and Death Angel is one of the best live thrash bands I've ever seen.

What I'm really hopping to transpire out of that weekend is for Scion to give The Waste some cars. That would be really nice of them huh? Even just one car that all of the Waste members can share. I can get behind that. I wouldn't mind Dave driving me around to get groceries every once in a while. I mean cmon we've been doing videos, gigs and all sorts of whoring ourselves out for them for a while now and I just figure its about time Toyota steps it up a notch and hooks a brotha up with some wheels. Hell I'll even take one of those funky boxy looking ones. I mean think about how pissed off Jay Randell would be if he looks out the window and see's the Waste rolling by in a fleet of free and luxurious Scion xB's. He will Tweet so hard about that. Shit they should just hook us up for that idea alone. What was I talking about again? Oh yeah that Fest in California. So were going to play that. I'm going to headwalk during Systems Overload."

British thrashers EVILE have completed a UK headlining tour - the band's first shows on their home soil since spending months on the road in North America in 2010.

EVILE played five shows around the UK with support from fellow British thrashers ELIMINATION and MUTANT. The band are next scheduled to perform in the UK at Hammerfest in Prestatyn on March 19th.

EVILE lead guitarist OL DRAKE looks back on the UK shows:

"Just got back from our short headline tour of the UK. We had a great time and it was a very successful run. Thank you to every single person who came out and supported Evile and all the other bands! I've never seen so many people running/flying towards me whilst I'm playing. It's very, very difficult to play our songs whilst watching for bodies flying towards you."

EVILE are this month's "Artist of the Month" on Rock Band Network. Lead guitarist OL DRAKE is also the latest artist to be spotlighted in the Xbox LIVE "Game with Fame" program. The guitarist will be on Rock Band 3 on Xbox LIVE tonight (Thursday, 17th February), challenging fans from all over the world to join him in playing the latest tracks from the likes of EVILE, OCEANO, CAULDRON and more.

OL comments:

"I'm about to take part in Xbox LIVE's "Game with Fame" on Rock Band 3 thanks to the wonderful people at Harmonix and Microsoft. It will be between 5pm and 8pm EST [10pm to 1am GMT] today. I warn you, I'm not very good. None of this "Expert" business for me, I just thought it would be cool to play and chat to some Evile fans who play Rock Band 3!"

For your chance to play your favourite tracks from Rock Band 3 and the Rock Band Network with OL, sign in to Xbox LIVE tonight from 5pm to 8pm EST (10pm to 1am UK time). OL will be playing with the Gamertag EvileOlDrake. Simply send him an invite to play and get shredding!

Get practising with EVILE's anthemic track, "Thrasher", along with all of the songs from the band's latest album, INFECTED NATIONS, by heading to EVILE's official page on the Rock Band Network at http://www.rockband.com/songs/artists/Evile

Wednesday, February 16, 2011

DIAMOND PLATE have officially commenced the recording sessions for their Spring 2011 debut album, GENERATION WHY? with producer, Neil Kernon (JUDAS PRIEST, DEICIDE, NEVERMORE, 3 INCHES OF BLOOD) at RAX Trax in the band's hometown of Chicago, IL. "Working with Neil has been incredible;" says guitarist, Konrad Kuplec. "Our plan is simple: bring together great songs, playing, and production with an insane amount of energy. We want to focus on capturing a vibe on this album that hasn't been felt in metal in a long time. People will be amazed at how much improvement and strength there will be on this debut."

By incorporating elements of extreme metal, hardcore and other outside interests, DIAMOND PLATE aims to make a solid thrash album that is proudly modern, yet can stand the test of time. Neil Kernon, no stranger to making records that were hallmarks of aggression, is helping to shape GENERATION WHY? into just that: "I am very excited to be working with Diamond Plate. We're all ready to make a killer album. This is going to be a blast!"

DIAMOND PLATE is a young, dynamic band from Chicago, IL who have taken the midwest metal scene by storm and now have their eyes set on global domination. Formed in 2008, this high-energy act has already earned high honors from respected outlets such as Terrorizer magazine, who named DIAMOND PLATE as one of the Best Unsigned Bands in the very year that the band first got together.

EVILE guitarist, Ol Drake is the latest artist spotlighted in the Xbox LIVE Game With Fame program. Tomorrow night, Thursday, February 17th 2011 from 5 to 8 PM, EST, Ol will be playing Rock Band 3 and wants fans from all over the world to join him in playing the latest EVILE, OCEANO and CAULDRON tracks from Rock Band Network, as well as jamming to the thousands of other Rock Band favorites available on disc and online.

Sign on to Xbox LIVE from 5 PM to 8 PM EST tomorrow, Thursday, February 17th 2011 to get your chance to play with Ol. He will be playing with the Gamertag EvileOlDrake. Send him an invite to play and get your chance to Game With Fame!

Xbox LIVE users can also find more Game With Fame info on the dashboard.

EVILE have been chosen as Rock Band Network's February 2011 Artist of the Month. The thrilling UK thrashers have been waving the flag for the multi-million selling Rock Band video game series ever since their signature song, "Thrasher" was included as DLC for the original game. Now several iterations later, EVILE's link to the Rock Band series has intensified thanks to the work of Ol Drake and Rock Band Network.

Tuesday, February 15, 2011

Chicago deathcore heavyweights, OCEANO will be participating in Alternative Press magazine's free, all-ages party at Emo's in Austin, TX on Saturday, March 19th. The party, taking place during this year's hotly anticipated SXSW festival features handpicked acts from Alternative Press' "100 Bands You Need To Know In 2011" issue and The AP Tour. No RSVP required; this is free to the public!

The official app is the best way to stay up-to-date with everything RIVAL SONS, and includes two incredible tracks from the band's new self-titled EP, available to listen to for free. The app also features the band's latest news, photos, videos and more.

You will also find an exclusive secret teaser trailer for the band's forthcoming new album, which is due to be released in May on Earache Records.

The RIVAL SONS app will also be updating over time, so fans can keep checking back to get the very latest news and exclusive previews of new material before anyone else.

Californian blues-rockers RIVAL SONS are in the UK and are set to appear live as special guests on TotalRock radio tonight (Monday, 14th February) from 6:00pm - 9:00pm UK time.

RIVAL SONS performed their first ever show in the UK on Saturday, headlining HMV's Next Big Thing event at the Camden Barfly and selling out the show in advance.

RIVAL SONS, who Classic Rock magazine hotly tipped as "ones to watch" in 2011, will be appearing live on TotalRock to discuss their story so far, their first gig on British soil and what the future holds for the promising young band.

Catch RIVAL SONS live on air tonight by tuning in to 'Noiseletter' on TotalRock from 6:00pm - 9:00pm at http://www.totalrock.com

Get all of your burning questions answered by the band members themselves by sending them in to studio@totalrock.com

For vinyl lovers, BURNING FORTUNE is also available on limited edition coloured vinyl LP, which also includes a free CAULDRON Chromium Dioxide fanzine. The limited edition vinyl is available in the following colours and quantities:

A new track from BURNING FORTUNE, titled "All Or Nothing", has been added to the DLC roster of the multi-million selling hit video game Rock Band. Download the track to play along to from the Rock Band Network at http://www.rockband.com/songs/UGC_5005338

CAULDRON are currently on tour in Canada. Catch them live at the following remaining shows:

Friday, February 11, 2011

Californian blues-rockers RIVAL SONS have sold out their first ever UK show, which takes place tomorrow - Saturday, 12th February - at the Barfly in London.

RIVAL SONS were hotly tipped by Classic Rock magazine as "ones to watch" in 2011 and have already played with the likes of AC/DC, as well as recently performing at the GENE SIMMONS-hosted 'Aces & Angels' Super Bowl week kick-off event. Now, by selling out their debut UK gig, RIVAL SONS have marked yet another milestone in the young band's quest to conquer the world of rock.

RIVAL SONS' first gig on British soil is part of HMV's Next Big Thing music festival tour, which features the best up-and-coming bands and artists as chosen by HMV themselves. Performing alongside RIVAL SONS at the show will be VINTAGE TROUBLE and SONS OF ICARUS.

THE BROWNING, a four-piece from Dallas, Texas who fuse deathcore with electronic music, have posted a video update in the run-up to the recording of their new album.

The band, who recently signed to Earache Records and have released two digital EPs, are preparing to enter Random Awesome studios in Bay City, Michigan at the beginning of March to record the band's full-length debut album.

Thursday, February 10, 2011

Some of the most devastating names in modern metal are teaming up for for a US run called the Names Mean Nothing tour. Chicago deathcore heavyweights OCEANO will join CARNIFEX along with 2 other big time bruisers, the wild TONY DANZA TAPDANCE EXTRAVAGANZA and the punishing WITHIN THE RUINS. If you're looking for thinking man's metal, check your thinking cap at the door. Instead, get ready to bring the mosh as the heaviest metal show of the spring hits your town!

Wednesday, February 09, 2011

Due to an overwhelming demand, BONDED BY BLOOD's May 28th show with SEPULTURA, NEVERMORE, HATE, KEEP OF KALESSIN and NEURAXIS in Calgary, AB, Canada has been moved to the MacEwan Ballroom. Capable of holding a higher capacity crowd, the MacEwan Ballroom will allow for bigger pits, more thrills and a chance for even more people to experience this absolutely killer metal tour. All tickets from the previously announced Calgary venue will be honored at this show.

Following months of touring in North America to round off 2010, British thrashers EVILE are back on the road in their homeland as they kick off a five-date headlining UK tour.

EVILE will be tearing their way around the UK with support from fellow Brit thrashers ELIMINATION and MUTANT. Each show of the tour will also feature a winning band from EVILE's recent support slot competition in conjunction with Metal Hammer.

EVILE lead guitarist OL DRAKE comments:

"I'm just about to step out of the door to embark on our last set of dates before going into the studio to record Evile's third album. Quickly reading through the Evile feature in today's Kerrang! has put me quite in the mood for getting back out there, even if it is for five dates in the UK. Really excited to see all those smiling faces going mental, and hopefully we'll have a raw version of a new track to play for you all.

"50 years ago today, The Beatles played the Cavern in Liverpool. 50 years after, Evile play the Academy in Manchester. It will be remembered. Just... not like The Beatles Cavern thing. Probably from me falling over, or forgetting a solo or something."

Tuesday, February 08, 2011

Canadian heavy metal heroes, CAULDRON are featured in the newest issue of Decibel magazine. Bearing the legendary Chuck Schuldner on the cover, the March edition of the metal monthly profiles the timeless metal trio as they put everything on the line to ensure the success of their February 15th release, BURNING FORTUNE. "We're putting everything into CAULDRON;" reveals frontman, Jason Decay. "Everyone in the band has dedicated everything they own, every asset, to CAULDRON. We're potentially gambling with our future. There could be nothing to show for it in 10 years, or it could be cool."

CAULDRON have announced a new tour that will see the band trekking across eastern Canada throughout February. The band will be taking their timeless brand of raw, exciting heavy metal to the masses all around the great white north and getting fans stoked for the release of their upcoming album, BURNING FORTUNE. Here are the dates:

Canadian heavy metal heroes CAULDRON are the latest group to storm into the world of Rock Band with a brand new track, "All Or Nothing", which is available to download now for Xbox 360. Hear and play along to the brand new track before the album's release by heading to the official page on the Rock Band Network at http://www.rockband.com/songs/UGC_5005338

Monday, February 07, 2011

THE RITUALIST, the latest album from North Carolina doom metallers HOUR OF 13 -- has been reissued on Earache Records and will be out tomorrow, February 8th in North America. THE RITUALIST has been fully updated and remastered and features eight tracks of occult-inspired, doom-laden metal.

Due to popular demand, North Carolina underground doom sensations, HOUR OF 13 have scheduled a return appearance in New York City on March 5th at Cake Shop. Playing alongside regional luminaries NATUR and PILGRIM, HOUR OF 13 looks to bring NYC an evening of doom and magick on this rare 2nd-ever US show. Only 100 tickets are being sold for this show so act fast or you will only ever hear the tale of how extraordinary this doom-filled evening was instead of having been there. Purchase your HOUR OF 13 tickets here: http://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/153879